Automatic Transmission
#11
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there's really nothing wrong with automatics on sporty cars, given they have the "manual" feature (a la steptronic, tiptronic, etc.) those trannies offer the best of both worlds: you can drive it casually around town to get from point A to point B, or you can control the gears (to an extent) if and when you choose to drive spiritedly. manuals, although more ideal for spirited driving, does not allow one to drive it in "automatic" mode, if and when the driver does not feel like having to manipulate the shifter and clutch pedal, and trannies like SMG may appear to be the best of both worlds, are jerky at best in "automatic" mode and requires constant finessing of the trottle, which can become annoying when one is only concerned with driving from point A to point B. the bottom line is that cars are first and foremost a means of transportation, and although in an idea world, everyone will have a manual sportscar for fun, and an automatic sedan or wagon for everyday practicality, reality is that most people do not have that luxury.
#12
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Originally Posted by steven975,Jul 16 2005, 03:55 PM
sometimes I think the only reason that manuals still exist are because drivers in europe and japan want them so they can save some gas!
#14
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i don't mind the fact that automatics shift automatically, it is that they feel totally disconnected because they send their power through a torque converter.
SMGs also shift automatically, but they are actually connected to the drivetrain. IMO it is a much more satisfying experience.
SMGs also shift automatically, but they are actually connected to the drivetrain. IMO it is a much more satisfying experience.
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Originally Posted by VTEC_Junkie,Jul 16 2005, 07:26 PM
if i am not mistaken, the MPG for an auto tsx his greater than that for a manual tsx. go figure...
-Matt
#16
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Originally Posted by Cobreth,Jul 16 2005, 10:04 PM
Actually, as a general rule, MT's are more fuel efficient than an AT. Usually due to the extra gear.
-Matt
-Matt
#18
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Originally Posted by steven975,Jul 16 2005, 09:54 PM
i don't mind the fact that automatics shift automatically, it is that they feel totally disconnected because they send their power through a torque converter.
SMGs also shift automatically, but they are actually connected to the drivetrain. IMO it is a much more satisfying experience.
SMGs also shift automatically, but they are actually connected to the drivetrain. IMO it is a much more satisfying experience.
#19
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Originally Posted by frank b,Jul 16 2005, 01:56 AM
Welcome to America. A/T sells, no question.....